1992 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 222 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Concerto | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concerto | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
